Best Car Dealers in Texas
As of July 2026, CarEdge grades 1287 of 4893 Texas car dealers from 6,433 verified out-the-door quotes. Texas's average doc fee is $230.
633 of 1287 rated Texas dealers earn an A · 241 earn a D or F
Data updated Jul 13, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Lone Star State
Texas's dealer grade: C
78/100 average transparency score
44th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Based on 1287 dealers with verified quotes.
Transparency Leaderboard
View all 4893 dealers →Lexus Of Austin
Austin, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 20 verified quotes
See the quotesLexus Of Lakeway
Lakeway, TX
$30 below the Texas average
No mandatory add-ons · 9 verified quotes
See the quotesAutonation Mercedes-Benz Of Houston North
Houston, TX
No mandatory add-ons · 15 verified quotes
See the quotesClassic Toyota Galveston
Galveston, TXGalveston, TX
Classic Auto Park
Texarkana, TXTexarkana, TX
BMW Of Austin
Austin, TXAustin, TX
Acura Of The Rio Grande Valley
San Juan, TXSan Juan, TX
BMW Of Tyler
Tyler, TXTyler, TX
Freeman Buick-Gmc
Grapevine, TXGrapevine, TX
Group 1 Subaru El Paso
El Paso, TXEl Paso, TX
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More Dealers in Texas
G&a Auto Sales
Austin, TX
G&j Car Sales
Houston, TX
G&m Auto Sales & Service
San Antonio, TX
Gabriel Jordan Buick GMC
Kilgore, TX
Gabriel Jordan Chevrolet
Henderson, TX
Gabriel/jordan Ford
Livingston, TX
Gael Auto Sales
El Paso, TX
Galaxy Auto Sales
Arlington, TX
Galgo Garage Llc
San Antonio, TX
Galleria Cars
Dallas, TX
Gamas Auto Sales
Mcallen, TX
Gamez Auto Sales
San Antonio, TX
Garage Candy Autos
Venus, TX
Garlyn Shelton Cadillac
Temple, TX
Garlyn Shelton Nissan
Temple, TX
Garlyn Shelton Pre-owned Center
Temple, TX
Garlyn Shelton Volkswagen
Temple, TX
Gary Greer
Houston, TX
Gateway Auto
Cottonwood Shores, TX
Gateway Buick GMC
Dallas, TX
Dealers by City in Texas
Texas doc fee law
Texas sets no hard cap, but documentary fees must be "reasonable" and dealers charging over $225 must give notice to the state. Many Texas dealers cluster near that threshold; a fee far above it is a negotiation signal.
Texas Dealer FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Texas?
As of July 2026, the average documentation fee at 996 rated Texas dealers is $230, based on 6,433 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge. Texas sets no legal cap on doc fees.
Who are the best car dealers in Texas?
Lexus Of Austin, Lexus Of Lakeway, Autonation Mercedes-Benz Of Houston North lead the Texas transparency rankings. 633 of 1287 rated Texas dealers earned an A grade for fair fees, minimal add-ons, and honest pricing.
How are Texas dealers graded?
Each dealer is scored 0-100 from verified out-the-door price quotes: fee transparency (30%), add-on behavior (30%), price accuracy (30%), and data quality (10%). Grades update as new Texas quotes are verified.
How Texas compares to its neighbors
Average doc fees next door. Crossing a state line can change what the dealer charges.
Tips for Buying a Car in Texas
- Know the doc fee: The average doc fee in Texas is $230. If a dealer charges significantly more, ask them to reduce it or consider other options.
- Good news on add-ons: 52% of dealers in Texas charge no mandatory add-ons.
- Get multiple quotes: Request OTD quotes from at least 3 dealers to compare total prices, not just sticker prices.
- Check transparency scores: Dealers with scores above 80 typically have fair doc fees and minimal add-ons.